Education Pinning Ceremony

05/11/09

Belton, Texas - The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor College of Education held the annual Education Pinning Ceremony on Friday, May 8, in the Lord Conference Center on campus.

Thirty-two student teachers and eight post-baccalaureate students received the education pin for completing the certification program. Begun in 1993 for undergraduate students, the Education pinning ceremony has extended now to include post-baccalaureate students who have completed requirements for certification. The pin is symbolic of the faith that UMHB has in the students as they leave the university to pursue their careers.

Two graduating seniors spoke during the ceremony. Student teachers, Emily Mize and Travis Brown, reflected on their experiences in the field of education.

Dr. Marlene Zipperlen, dean of the College of Education, served as Master of Ceremonies. Dr. Austin Vasek, director of Doctoral Studies, offered the invocation and Dr. Steve Theodore, vice president of student affairs, extended his congratulations to the students. Dr. Sharon Woodall, assistant professor of education, closed the ceremony with the benediction.